State of America

Donald Trump disses a major U.S. ally. The 2020 Democratic field gets a little bit smaller. And, yes, the president really did call himself "the chosen one." Join us for this week's State of America podcast.

Democratic presidential candidates descend on Iowa with mixed reviews. Meanwhile, fears of a recession rattle the markets and, love him or hate him, Trump makes an economic pitch for 2020.

At the CNN Democratic Presidential debate, Joe Biden becomes the top target-- and surprisingly, Barack Obama gets attacked, too. Now Donald Trump is taking notice. Join Kate Bolduan for State of America.

The Labor Secretary steps down. The British ambassador goes home. And a champion speaks out. This is the State of America.

Is it 2020 yet? President Trump and Joe Biden sure seem to think so. And what if a foreign adversary offers to meddle in the next election? Trump says, "I'll take a look." Join Kate Bolduan for State of America

President Trump takes aim at Mexico. Republicans take aim at Trump. And can Democrats win with Biden? Join us... on State of America

There's no end in sight to a standoff that's rattled markets worldwide.. but Donald Trump says trade wars are good. So does that mean this is the new normal? Plus, the Democratic 2020 field grows to a whopping 23 candidates with the addition of Mayor Bill de Blasio. Does it help or hurt to have so many candidates?

President Trump hits a milestone, but not one that anyone wants to hit. But at this point, do voters even care? Plus, Democrats have a front-runner and he's already feeling the heat.

The long-awaited Russia report is released. Donald Trump says he's been vindicated and exonerated as Democrats pump up the volume on impeachment. Should the President be worried? Plus, a new democratic front-runner just jumped into the 2020 presidential race and he's already facing tough questions.

Who's in and who's out? These days in the Trump White House, it's more about who's out. Hear why that's concerning even top Republicans now. Join Kate Bolduan and the panel on this week's State of America.

After 22 months, at least $25 million, more than 2,800 subpoenas, nearly 500 search warrants and 500 witnesses... Bob Mueller's Russia investigation is complete. The verdict is in. Or is it really? Join Kate Bolduan and the panel for this week's State of America.

It shouldn't be a surprise that when Democrats won back control of the House, things were going to be different in Washington. But no one could predict just how fast, wide and deep the Democrats are looking to dive into the Trump Administration. Join Kate Bolduan and the panel for this week's podcast.

Trump leaves Hanoi without a deal. Meanwhile, Michael Cohen's testimony gives House Dems a blueprint for investigation.

The country is bracing for impact... as Robert Mueller's Russia report could come as early as next week. What will Congress get to see? And will the public ever find out? Join Kate Bolduan and the panel on the State of America podcast.

Former governor Bill Weld takes a step toward challenging President Trump in 2020 as a Republican, while the Democratic 2020 field tries to hash out the issues. Meanwhile, President Trump declares a national emergency to get his border wall.

The State of the Union Address: It's required by the American constitution. It's one of the biggest moments for a president. And this year it almost didn't happen. Join Kate Bolduan for State of America!

We may have just begun 2019, but the race for 2020 is already in full swing. Meet the Democrats who say they're ready to take on Donald Trump... and become America's next president. Join Kate Bolduan on this week's State of America podcast.

U.S. foreign policy toward Syria ... what is it exactly? It's a question now more than ever in the Trump Administration. Are American troops pulling out or staying put? Even the president doesn't seem to know.

From the midterm elections to Mueller, sources say President Trump is in an increasingly foul mood. And that could mean shakeups to his staff. Plus, will Nancy Pelosi win the gavel battle in Congress? Join Kate and the panel.

Democrats regain control in congress, so why is President Trump claiming victory? Plus, it's back to the future in Florida, where a possible recount looms. Join Kate Bolduan on State of America.

Jamal Khashoggi's apparent killing abroad puts President Trump in a bind at home. Plus, Donald Trump rolls out a new campaign strategy ... one that won't fit on a bumper sticker. Join Kate and the panel!

Lawmakers urge the President Trump to act on missing Saudi journalist, Jamal Khashoggi. Plus, a monster CAT 4 hurricane can't keep Trump from the campaign trail. And Kanye West says his 'MAGA' hat makes him feel like Superman. Join us on the podcast!

Washington waits and wonders, as Brett Kavanaugh clears a key hurdle in his Supreme Court confirmation battle. But will he actually make it to the highest court in the U.S.? Join Kate Bolduan and the panel.

President Trump is in disbelief after learning that his former attorney, Michael Cohen, secretly recorded him talking about a payment to a former Playboy model. And the president invites Vladimir Putin to the White House this fall, blindsiding his intel chief. Join Kate and the panel

President Trump pivots - and now says he holds Vladimir Putin responsible for U.S. election interference. And, amid a firestorm, the White House backtracks and declares President Trump disagrees with Putin's request to interrogate American citizens ... after he called it an "incredible offer" during the Helsinki summit. Join Kate and the panel.

A day after attempting to clarify his statements at the Helsinki summit, President Trump causes new confusion - by saying "no" he doesn't think Russia is still targeting the U.S. Plus, some Democrats want to know the details of that closed-door meeting between Trump and Putin - and they are willing to subpoena a translator to find out. Join Kate and the panel.

A day after siding with Vladimir Putin over his own intel agencies, President Trump now says he misspoke - and that he meant to say "I don't see any reason why it wouldn't be Russia" ... instead of "would". But will outraged members of Congress buy it? Join Kate and the panel

State of America is a daily news program on CNN International hosted by Kate Bolduan. An intelligent, informed and unbiased look at the American political system. Join State of America for an inside look at American politics

12 Russian military intelligence officers have been charged in Robert Mueller's probe into election meddling ... just days before President Trump meets with Vladimir Putin one-on-one. And Trump apologizes to Theresa May after attacking her Brexit plans in a British tabloid. Join Kate and the panel.

State of America is a daily news program on CNN International hosted by Kate Bolduan. An intelligent, informed and unbiased look at the American political system.

President Trump claims Germany is controlled by Russia and says member nations should "step it up" on their NATO spending. What does it all mean for the alliance ... and world order as a whole? Join Kate and the panel.

President Trump's pick to join the nation's highest court makes the rounds on Capitol Hill, where Democrats and Republicans have already drawn battle lines. And Trump heads to Brussels for the NATO summit, after telling allies they need to pay up (again). Join Kate and the panel.

He was President Trump's ultimate loyalist ... now Michael Cohen is taking the fight for truth right to his former client. Plus, Trump prepares to reveal his pick for the nation's highest court as a former Senator will be the nominee's Supreme Court Sherpa. Join Kate and the panel.

China hits back - hard - at what it says are $34B in "unjust" tariffs levied by the Trump administration. And President Trump is unleashed (again), mocking the #MeToo movement, political rivals and even former President George H.W. Bush during a raucous rally. Join John Avlon and the panel.

Mike Pompeo heads to North Korea for a 3rd time, to talk nukes with Kim Jong Un. Will he leave with more than a handshake? And the U.S. government announces it is doing DNA testing to reunite immigrant children separated from their families. Join Kate and the panel.

The reality show president & his next big reveal: "Who Wants to be a Supreme Court Justice?" We'll all find out soon. Plus, President Trump's message to NATO: pay up or else! Join @KateBolduan and the gang for today's podcast.

Michael Cohen, President Trump's former personal attorney, breaks his silence -- saying his family comes first and that one day he'll open up about Stormy Daniels. But who is he speaking to? Plus, should ICE be abolished? That depends on which Democrat you ask. Join Kate and the panel.

President Trump condemns the slaughter of 5 newspaper journalists in Maryland, saying the media should be able to work without fear of attack. And President Obama has a little tough love for his fellow Democrats: stop moping and get to work. Join Kate and the panel.

Fireworks on Capitol Hill, as deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein pushes back on his Republican critics. And President Trump contradicts his staff - and his intel agencies - once again, declaring that Russia didn't meddle in the 2016 campaign. Join Kate and the panel.

Supreme Court justice Anthony Kennedy announces he'll retire this summer, potentially giving President Trump his second judge on the nation's highest court. Join Kate and the panel on this breaking news story.

In a 5-4 ruling, the Supreme Court upholds President Trump's travel ban; he says it is vindication. Now the decision will take centerstage as the midterms approach -- and the President pushes Congress to fund his border wall. Join Kate and the panel.

Despite a week of headlines showing migrant children in cages at the border, President Trump maintains support. Plus, is civility in U.S. politics officially dead? And who killed it? Join us on the podcast.